Orecchiette with broccoli rabe and spicy sausage is a classic Italian dish that is both delicious and easy to make. The combination of the slightly bitter broccoli rabe, the savory sausage, and the tender orecchiette pasta creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to prepare this delectable dish, ensuring that you can impress your friends and family with your culinary skills.
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ORECCHIETTE WITH BROCCOLI RABE & SAUSAGE
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prick the sausages with a fork and place them on a sheet pan. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until just cooked through. Slice 1/2 inch thick and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven, such as Le Creuset. Add the sausage slices and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pieces are browned. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and their juices, the red wine, tomato paste, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper and let the mixture simmer over low heat while you prepare the pasta and broccoli.
- Bring a very large pot half filled with water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Add the pasta and cook for 9 minutes exactly. While the pasta is cooking, trim the broccoli rabe to just below the leaves and discard the stems. Cut the leafy part of the broccoli rabe crosswise in 2-inch pieces. When the pasta has cooked for 9 minutes, add the broccoli rabe to the pasta and continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes, until the pasta is al dente and the broccoli is crisp-tender. Drain in a large colander, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid, and add the pasta and broccoli to the pot with the tomato and sausage mixture. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon of salt. If the pasta seems dry, add some of the reserved cooking liquid. Taste for seasonings, and serve hot with extra Parmesan on the side.
ORECCHIETTE WITH SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE RECIPE
Provided by Phil Torre
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Remove the sausage from the casing and crumble into small pieces.
- Wash the broccoli rabe under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut off and discard about one inch off bottom of stems. Cut remaining broccoli rabe with leaves into about 2 inch pieces.
- Bring a large pot of liberally salted water to a boil.
- In a large saute pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the crumbled sausage and cook stirring and breaking up the sausage until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Using a slotted spoon remove the cooked sausage from the pan and set aside, leaving as much oil behind as possible to saute the garlic and broccoli rabe in, if needed add an extra tablespoon of olive oil.
- Drop the broccoli rabe into to the pot of boiling water.
- At the same time add the garlic to the saute pan and cook until lightly browned, about 1-2 minutes.
- Immediately remove the broccoli rabe from the pot using a mesh strainer or tongs (do not strain the whole pot, because you will be cooking the pasta in the same boiling water), shake excess water out and add to the pan with the garlic. Season with Salt and pepper. Cook stirring until broccoli rabe is tender, 3-5 minutes.
- Add the sausage back into the pan and toss to combine. Remove pan from the heat.
- Meanwhile add the orecchiette to the pot of boiling water that the broccoli rabe was cooked in. Cook until pasta is al dente, and strain.
- Place the pan with the broccoli rabe and sausage back over medium-high heat, and add the oricchiete. Toss together until well combined.
- Dish out the pasta to warm plates and serve with cheese on the side for sprinkling.
ORECCHIETTE WITH SPICY SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE
This can be served hot or at room temperature. From Everyday Italian. I love orecchiette pasta and broccoli rabe and usually they are together in dishes but I love the additon of the sausage.
Provided by Pumpkie
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the broccoli rabe and cook until crisp-tender, about 1 minute. Strain the broccoli rabe, and reserve all the cooking liquid. Set the broccoli rabe aside.
- Cook the orecchiette in the same pot of boiling water until tender but still firm about 8 minutes, stir occasionally. Drain reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
- Add the sausage and cook breaking up with a spoon until the sausage is brown and juices form, about 8 minutes.
- Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the broccoli rabe and toss to coat.
- Add the pasta and enough reserved cooking liquid, 1/4 cup at a time, to moisten.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese, salt to taste, and pepper into the pasta mixture. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
ORECCHIETTE WITH BROCCOLI RABE AND SPICY SAUSAGE
This pasta dish is from the Last Supper Club in San Francisco. Orecchiette means "little ears" and this pasta is sturdy enough to support the hearty sauce. If you are unable to find orecchiette you can use Farfalle.
Provided by cookiedog
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil with the salt. Add the broccoli rabe and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, or until soft. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Return the same pot of water to a boil, add the orecchiette and cook for 10 minutes, or until slightly undercooked. Drain, reserving the cooking water.
- Split the sausages lengthwise down the middle and remove from their casings.
- Heat the olive oil in a high-rimmed skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage meat, breaking it up as finely as possible. Add the broccoli and continue cooking and stirring until the broccoli breaks down to a saucelike texture.
- Add the chicken stock and orecchiette. Finish cooking the pasta in the sauce, being careful it doesn't stick. You may have to keep adding a little pasta water, additional stock or tap water until the pasta is soft yet chewy (al dente), making sure not to over-cook it.
- Finish the pasta by folding in the cheese, a few squeezes of lemon juice and the optional breadcrumbs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 817.4, Fat 43.3, SaturatedFat 14.1, Cholesterol 77.5, Sodium 6875.9, Carbohydrate 66.8, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 3.8, Protein 41.4
ORECCHIETTE WITH SPICY SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli rabe and cook until crisp-tender, about 1 minute. Strain the broccoli rabe, reserving all the cooking liquid. Set the broccoli rabe aside. Cook the orecchiette in the same pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
- Meanwhile, in a large, heavy skillet, heat the oil over a medium flame. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until the sausage is brown and juices form, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the broccoli rabe and toss to coat. Add the pasta and enough reserved cooking liquid, 1/4 cup at a time, to moisten. Stir the Parmesan cheese, salt to taste, and pepper into the pasta mixture. Transfer to pasta bowls and serve.
ORECCHIETTE WITH SPICY SAUSAGE
This is the perfect dish for people who love pasta with a kick. Loaded with spicy sausage and vegetables, this recipe comes together quickly and is richly satisfying.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it begins to brown, about 3 minutes. Add the spring onions and cook until softened, about 3 more minutes. Add the garlic, mushrooms, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms start to brown, about 3 minutes. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften slightly, about 3 more minutes.
- Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta. Add the broth to the skillet and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in the pasta and cheese, adding some of the reserved cooking water to loosen, if necessary. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls, drizzle with olive oil and top with more cheese and spring onions.
PASTA WITH SPICY SAUSAGE, BROCCOLI RABE AND CHICKPEAS
In this hearty weeknight pasta recipe, chickpeas contribute an earthy, nutty flavor to the classic combination of sausage and broccoli rabe. The addition of Parmesan, butter, and lemon juice just before serving balances the heat from the sausage with a bit of richness, creating a bright and flavorful sauce in the process. This pasta is incredibly versatile: You can use any sturdy greens or even broccoli in place of the broccoli rabe, and feel free to swap in whatever pasta shape and canned beans you have on hand. You can even substitute sweet Italian sausage or ground pork or turkey for the sausage in a pinch; add about 1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes to give this dish its spicy kick.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories dinner, easy, weeknight, beans, meat, pastas, vegetables, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Roughly chop the broccoli rabe, add it to the pot, and cook for 3 minutes. Use a sieve or slotted spoon to lift the broccoli rabe from the water and place it in a colander to drain.
- Bring the water back to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain pasta.
- Meanwhile, in a large Dutch oven or deep, 12-inch skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. (Don't worry if the sausage is not completely cooked through.) Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the wine and cook, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pan, until the wine is reduced by half, about 1 minute.
- Add the broccoli rabe, chickpeas, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the sausage is cooked through and the broccoli rabe is very tender, about 3 minutes.
- Add the pasta and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water, toss well, and cook over low heat until the sauce comes together, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add additional pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, if needed for moisture.
- Remove the pan from the heat, add the butter, Parmesan, lemon zest and lemon juice, and toss until the butter is melted. Divide pasta among shallow bowls and top with additional cheese sprinkled on top.
BROCCOLI RABE AND SAUSAGE WITH ORECCHIETTE
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, weekday, casseroles, pastas, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Rinse the broccoli rabe well and chop it in relatively small pieces. Set it aside. Remove the sausage from its casing and mash it.
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet. Add the sausage and cook it, mashing and stirring it, until it loses its redness. Add the garlic and saute another minute or two. Add the broccoli rabe and sprinkle with a little salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the broccoli rabe is thoroughly wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Cover the skillet and remove it from the heat.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orecchiette and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain very well and transfer to a warm serving bowl.
- Reheat the contents of the skillet and spread over the orecchiette. Toss, then serve with a dusting of pecorino.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 722, UnsaturatedFat 26 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 49 grams, SaturatedFat 25 grams, Sodium 2083 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh, young broccoli rabe for the best flavor. If you can't find broccoli rabe, you can substitute baby bok choy or rapini.
- Sauté the sausage until it's browned and crispy. This will add a lot of flavor to the dish.
- Don't overcook the pasta. Orecchiette should be cooked al dente, with a slight bite to it.
- Add the broccoli rabe and sausage to the pasta in the last few minutes of cooking. This will help to wilt the broccoli rabe and heat through the sausage.
- Season the dish with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
- Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Conclusion:
This Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe and Spicy Sausage is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of spicy sausage, tender broccoli rabe, and al dente pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and flavorful pasta dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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